Learning & Capability | First Nations (EL1 Equiv.)
- Location:
- Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
- Posted:
- 11th August 2026
- Advertiser:
- Hays - ANZ - 3012250
- Full-time permanent opportunity
- Flexible working arrangements
- Immediate start available
Canberra | Flexible Working | Contract to 31 December
Your new company
Join a large Federal Government organisation committed to strengthening workforce capability and delivering meaningful outcomes through learning, engagement and cultural capability initiatives.
This role sits within a high-performing team responsible for designing and implementing strategic learning programs that support organisational priorities and workforce development.
This role sits within a high-performing team responsible for designing and implementing strategic learning programs that support organisational priorities and workforce development.
Your new role
As the Assistant Director, Learning & Capability, you will lead the development and delivery of complex learning and workforce capability initiatives. A key focus of the role will be driving cultural safety programs and partnering with stakeholders to enhance organisational capability and support improved outcomes for First Nations communities.
Key responsibilities include:
- Leading the design and implementation of learning and capability programs.
- Providing strategic advice to senior stakeholders and executives.
- Managing stakeholder engagement, consultation and partnership activities.
- Supporting cultural safety and workforce capability initiatives.
- Monitoring program outcomes, risks and performance measures.
- Leading and mentoring team members to deliver high-quality outcomes.
What you'll need to succeed
To be successful, you will demonstrate:
- Experience leading Learning & Development, capability or organisational development programs.
- Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills.
- Exceptional written communication and strategic advisory capability.
- Experience delivering complex programs in a government or large organisational environment.
- An understanding of cultural safety principles and experience working with First Nations peoples, communities or organisations will be highly regarded.
What you'll get in return
- Approx. $600 + Super per day
- Contract through to 31 December
- Flexible working arrangements
- Canberra-based opportunity
- Immediate start available
- Meaningful work with visible organisational impact
What you need to do now
If you're looking for your next challenge, I'd love to hear from you.
Orlena Prosser
Manager | Human Resources
Level 11, 60 Marcus Clarke St, Canberra City ACT 2601
T: (02) 6112 7639
E: orlena.prosser@hays.com.au
If you're looking for your next challenge, I'd love to hear from you.
Orlena Prosser
Manager | Human Resources
Level 11, 60 Marcus Clarke St, Canberra City ACT 2601
T: (02) 6112 7639
E: orlena.prosser@hays.com.au
